One of the most often asked questions I receive is, "What do I need to get started in fly tying?" The following up question is always the same. "How much is it going to cost?" These are sometimes difficult questions to answer because there are several ways to go about it, and they each have their pros and cons.
Read moreDon't Hang Up That Fly Rod Just Yet!
There are still fishing opportunities for the warm water fly fisher as we get closer to winter. You just need to adjust you tactics!
Many warm-water anglers stop spending time on the water when cooler weather arrives. For some, it is time to transition to the field, and time is spent hunting instead of on the water. Others prefer to fish when the weather is warmer. If you are still craving some quality fishing, don't put away that fly rod just yet. Bluegills and other panfish are always up for a game of tug of war, but you may need to change your tactics a bit to get them to play.
Read moreThe Riversage Journal
The Riversage Journal is an online periodical dedicated to the Fly Fishing & Wingshooting enthusiast.
There is a new online fly fishing/wing shooting magazine that has hit the digital news stands. The name of the e-zine is the Riversage Journal. The Riversage Journal is an online periodical dedicated to the Fly Fishing & Wingshooting enthusiast.
Read moreFly Tying Friday - The San Jac Squirrel
The Sam Jac Squirrel is a buggy looking baitfish pattern.
The Sam Jac Squirrel is a buggy little baitfish pattern that I feel could serve double duty as a large nymph as well. I love the fact that the originators of the fly used locally sourced materials for its creation. I have already tied up a few myself, and I can't wait to give them a try on my local waters!
Read moreThe Panfish Chicken Little
I am surprised how many steelhead patterns (with a little modification) find their way into my panfish fly boxes! One of my most productive warm water nymph patterns is my Panfish Wiggler. This pattern is a spin-off of the Spring Wiggler, a very popular steelhead pattern across the Great Leakes region.
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